R&D Tax Manager

R&D Tax Manager - Top Global Firm

Manchester £55,000 - £65,000 + Benefits + Bonus

Do you want to work at the cutting edge of technology and innovation? Confident leading discussions with engineers in fields like AI, cybersecurity, and quantum computing? Excited by the chance to bridge technology and tax with a global powerhouse?

Benefits:

• £55,000 - £65,000 + bonus
• Private medical insurance & 24/7 virtual GP
• Hybrid working model - office, home & client site
• Six volunteering days per year
• Empowered flexibility with a focus on career development

Your new firm:

Our client is one of the world's most respected professional services firms, with a leading Innovation & Capital Incentives team working across the UK, US, and globally.Following significant growth in demand for R&D tax incentives, they are seeking a Manager to join their high-profile practice. You'll be part of a collaborative, fast-growing department, working alongside tax, finance, and technology specialists to deliver real impact for clients at the forefront of innovation.

Your new role:

As a Manager, you'll lead junior software consultants and support clients across industries developing cutting-edge technologies. You'll act as the bridge between technical engineering teams and tax specialists, ensuring high-quality R&D tax submissions in line with HMRC and IRS requirements.

What your days will look like:

• Team Leadership & Development: Mentor junior consultants, foster collaboration, and coach them to take ownership of projects.
• Client Engagement: Lead technical discussions with engineers, build trusted stakeholder relationships, and support business development.
• Technical Communication: Translate complex software and technology into clear, accurate R&D claims and reports.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Align technical insights with tax/finance teams, identify process improvements, and oversee efficient client submissions.

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• Experience writing/reviewing code in Python, Java, JavaScript, C#, C++, or Go.
• Knowledge of Agile, DevOps, and modern architecture patterns (microservices, REST APIs).
• Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience using tools like Git, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and testing frameworks.
• Strong ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.

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